PHOENIX Suns center Bol Bol could be heard on live TV expressing his frustration after being hit with a foul call on the French rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama.
The 7-foot-3 Suns big man, 24, had the assignment of defending the San Antonio Spurs superstar on Saturday.
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Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol could be heard on live television expressing his frustration after being called for a foul on San Antonio Spurs rookie sensation Victor WembanyamaCredit: Bally Sports
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Fans revealed their reactions to the fifth-year veteran’s words during the second quarter of the Suns’ road game versus the SpursCredit: Bally Sports
During the second quarter, Wembanyama was driving to the bucket with Bol draped on him.
Wembanyama made the shot as the officials called a foul on Bol.
As a result, he had a chance for a three-point play with the ensuing free throw attempt.
However, it appeared that Bol made minimal contact with the 7-foot-4 Wembanyama.
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The live TV broadcast then picked up the Suns fifth-year veteran’s X-rated reaction to being called for the touch fall.
Wembanyama finished the game with 13 points and five rebounds.
And Phoenix would get the last laugh with the 131-106 victory on the road.
Star shooting guard Devin Booker led the Suns with 32 points, seven rebounds and nine assists.
The other two big three members on Phoenix also contributed as Kevin Durant recorded 25 points and Bradley Beal achieved a double-double with 13 points and 12 assists.
But it appeared that fans were more interested in Bol’s explicit comments in the second quarter.
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After being called for the foul on Wembanyama, Bol said, “Y’all d***riding bro” while shaking his head.
He continued, saying, “I get it.”
Social media users reacted to the moment, with one writing, “Bol don’t lie.”
While another commented, “Wasn’t even a foul to be fair.”
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Bol finished with 13 rebounds, four reboudns, and one assists in the Suns’ 131-106 victoryCredit: Bally Sports
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Wembanyama has averaged close to 21 points per game in his first season in the NBA
Bol finished the contest with 13 points, four rebounds, and one assist.
Phoenix’s win gave them a 41-29 record.
They’ve won three of their last four games and have the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference.
San Antonio, meanwhile, hasn’t had the season they’ve wanted, sitting in last in the Western Conference with a 15-55 record.
But Wembanyama has done his part, and much more.
The rookie is on the road of earning the Rookie of the Year award, averaging 20.9 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in his first career campaign.
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